Myths of Romania

This book is not just a list of heroes and plots of Romanian myths. It allows you to take a fresh look at Romanian mythology in the context of folk culture, telling in what conditions Romanian folklore developed over the centuries, how it was influenced by pagan - Thracian, Roman - and Christian cultures, and in what forms these ancient ideas about the world still live today in consciousness of the inhabitants of this amazing country. In addition to the famous legends about Master Manol, Miorita, Baba Dokia and Fat-Frumos, you will get acquainted with folk holidays, rituals, signs and superstitions of the Romanians and learn, for example, how to find a treasure and why you cannot say the word “wolf” on St. Andrew’s Day. “Myths of Romania” invites you to plunge into the romance of antiquity, enjoy the magic of folk tales and legends, and learn the worldly wisdom, strength and love of life of the Romanian people.